Bilingual Dispatch/Scheduler (FT), Yakima, WA

People for People is hiring a full time Bilingual Dispatch/Scheduler for our Non-Profit organization located in Yakima, WA. We are looking for a professional, creative, and dynamic person who enjoys working with community residents. Please select this link for a complete job description including job requirements and essential functions.

Summary: The Bilingual Dispatch/Scheduler operates under the direction of the Yakima Transportation Operations Supervisor and in accordance with the guidelines and policies of the company and local, state, and federal laws, provides daily coordination of the drivers transportation scheduling and or the daily coordination of real-time dispatch. This position requires an individual with comprehensive knowledge of transit operation and good customer relations, internal and external.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.

  • Experience in dispatching, transit dispatching, clerical and communication work; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Must have valid driver’s license.

  • Computer knowledge and experience.

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.

  • People For People is committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing and passing a pre-employment drug screen.

  • Employment is further contingent upon successfully completing and passing a Washington State Patrol Background Check and/or National Background Check, Reference Checks, and other required documents.

  • Radio dispatch experience, preferred but not required.

  • This is not a Safety Sensitive position.

Starting Wage: $17.97/Hour plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Salary Range: $17.97 - $23.45/Hour.

Benefits: Along with this comprehensive benefits package, we also value our family time. Work days are Monday – Friday with some flexibility in the working hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

  • 13 Paid holidays

  • 2 Weeks paid annual leave.

  • Paid Sick Leave

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • Flexible Savings Arrangement (FSA)

  • Employer paid Group Term Life Insurance

    • Additional Voluntary Group Term Life Insurance options available

  • Employer paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

    • Additional Voluntary AD&D options available

  • Employer paid Long Term Disability Insurance

  • Wellness Programs

  • 401(K) Savings Plan with Employer Matching Contribution and Annual Base Contribution

  • Tuition Assistance Program

  • Up to 80 Hours Paid Jury Duty Leave

  • Paid Bereavement Leave

  • Voluntary Accident Insurance available

  • Identity Protection coverage available

  • Up to 80 Hours Paid Jury Duty Leave

  • Many other optional coverages are available through a local partner (Cancer Care, Short Term Disability, Hospital Insurance, etc.)

Please apply on our website at https://www.pfp.org/. To be considered for this position, you must apply on our website and include all of the following documents: Cover Letter, Resume and a People for People Application. Only complete application packets will be considered.

Position may remain open until filled.

People For People is an equal opportunity employer/program and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, creed, national origin, disability, sex, marital status, age, or any other protected status covered by the federal or state law. Please let People For People know if you need of a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job or to participate in the application process. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service 711.